Casa Franco is a no-frills hotel located 5 blocks from the beach in the Bocagrande sector of Cartagena, Colombia. The hotel has a breakfast lounge, WiFi, and guest rooms with a private bathroom with toiletries, TV, and a complimentary bottle of water. The property is 750 meters (2,461 ft) from the Bocagrande shopping center, 800 meters (2,625 ft) from El Laguito and Castillo Grande beaches, and 3 kilometers (1.9 mi) from the Gold Museum and the Museum of Modern Art. Rafael Núñez International Airport (CTG) is 8 kilometers (5 mi) away. ***By law, currency exchange in hotels in Colombia is not permitted. ***There may be mandatory fees determined by the hotel to be paid directly upon check-in or check-out. ***Based on local tax laws, only tourists with a Permiso de Ingreso y Permanencia PIP-3, PIP-5, PIP-6, or PIP-10; or a valid Temporary VISA TP-7, TP-11, or TP-12, are exempted from VAT on accommodation. ***Before your trip, please check directly with the national government the entry and stay requirements of the country you are visiting. Keep in mind that it is the responsibility of the traveler to meet the rules and regulations established by the destination country.